With one of Africa’s most vital health care systems, Botswana is an ideal place to explore regional, social, and scientific health issues. Learn from successes and failures as you visit and assist at clinics, public health, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and hospitals. Coursework, community outreach, language learning, homestays, and more will open this inspirational country to you, and stay with you always.

miles from the South African border

of Botswana’s population living in Gaborone

elephants roam Chobe National Park

Your Destination

Run by multiparty democracy, Botswana is one of Africa’s most stable countries. Most of its people belong to a single ethnic group, the Tswana, and the country is well known for its rich biodiversity and diverse landscapes. The capital Gaborone is one of Africa’s fastest-growing cities, located in the south, close to the South African border. Gaborone hosts the headquarters of the 14-nation Southern African Development Community, which focuses on regional development, economic growth, and poverty relief.

HOUSING

Homestays: Maximize immersion by staying with a carefully-selected host family in greater Gaborone.

Residence Halls: Students can also live on campus in a university residence hall, sharing double rooms with local undergraduate students. Halls have shared bathrooms.

MEALS

Homestays: Host families provide two meals a day. Students are responsible for lunch.

Residence Halls: Students are responsible for meals. There are dining halls on campus, as well as local restaurants and cafés.

Gaborone, Botswana

Where You'll Study

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CIEE GABORONE

Botswana

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UNIVERSITY OF BOTSWANA

Garobone

What People are Saying

“Our trip to Kanye was good exposure to clinics outside of Gaborone and the difference in culture between Gaborone and cities/villages outside of the capital.”

Student, Fall 2017

“The staff was one of the best parts of my experience. They were able to help me with my registration issues and support me through all stages of my experience as staff but also as my friends. I can't say enough good things about the program volunteers and how they eased my transition during the first few weeks of my stay here.”

Student, Fall 2017

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What you need to know

The program details

This program focuses on public and environmental health issues in Botswana. Students join the campus community and enroll in both required CIEE courses and courses at the University of Botswana. Students learn about health care delivery and related challenges, as well as basic Setswana speaking skills. The more students practice these skills, the more they will understand Botswana’s health issues.

Students can stay for a year by enrolling in the CIEE Arts and Sciences program for a second semester.

University of Botswana. Established in 1982, the university strives to improve economic and social conditions for the nation, and maintain a regional and international outlook. With 15,000 students and a staff of more than 2,000, the university is committed to academic freedom and integrity, cultural authenticity, and internationalism.

Except for the CIEE Setswana Language and Culture Practicum, courses are taught by faculty from the University of Botswana.

Academics

CLASS FORMAT

University classes are open to students from Botswana and other nations. They involve a combination of lectures, tutorials, seminars, and laboratories. Lectures may include up to 100 students. Tutorials and seminars range from 15 to 25 students. CIEE classes are only open to CIEE students.

GRADING

Most courses at the University of Botswana use a continuous assessment model that includes written assignments, projects, research exercises, essays, and written and oral exams. Grades are given on a percentage scale, letter grade (A-F), and grade point scale.

ACADEMIC CULTURE

Students notice striking differences in the educational system here. Following the British model, there is less structure and students take greater responsibility and initiative. Professors expect a great deal of individual study. Students are expected to take a full program of courses and complete all assignments and exams. Learning by rote is common. Professors read from notes or books, expecting students to copy their recitations word for word. Most professors are eager to give extra help during office hours. Semester schedule: One week of orientation, 14 weeks of classes, a one-week break, and two weeks of examinations. CIEE Gaborone follows the University of Botswana academic calendar, with additional time for orientation.

3 elective courses at University of Botswana, one of which must be in public and environmental health

Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.

REQUIRED CIEE COURSES

UNIVERSITY OF BOTSWANA ELECTIVE COURSES

Students select three University of Botswana courses chosen from the offerings listed below. One of the three elective courses must be Public and Environmental Health related. It is not guaranteed that the classes below will be offered, so we recommend choosing backup courses.

PUBLIC AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH

Students enrolled in this program must select at least one course from this list.

Fall
Basic Nursing Concepts and Skills in Health Sciences
Basic Toxicology
Gender Reproductive Health and Development
HIV/AIDS Education, Prevention and control in Botswana
Introduction to Community Health Nursing
Parasitology for Health Sciences
Social Problems in Southern Africa

ADDITIONAL UNIVERSITY OF BOTSWANA COURSES

African Languages and Literature
Politics and Southern African Poetry
Post-Colonial Theory and African Literature
Rites of Passage: A Study of Social Dramas
Studies in African Aesthetics

Business and Economics
Development Economics
Economics of Botswana and Southern Africa
Entrepreneurship and New Business
Environmental Economics
International Trade
Money and Banking

Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.

REQUIRED CIEE COURSES

UNIVERSITY OF BOTSWANA ELECTIVE COURSES

Students select three University of Botswana courses chosen from the offerings listed below. One of the three elective courses must be Public and Environmental Health related. It is not guaranteed that the classes below will be offered, so we recommend choosing backup courses.

PUBLIC AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH

Students enrolled in this program must select at least one course from this list.

Community Mental Health Nursing
Adolescent Health and Development
Community Health Nursing Practicum
Demographic Aspects of HIV/AIDS Epidemic
Demographic Dimensions of Poverty
Ethics and Law in Health Care
Primary Health Care: Individuals, Groups, and Community
Principles and Practice of Community Health Nursing
Traditional and Alternative Medical Systems

ADDITIONAL UNIVERSITY OF BOTSWANA COURSES

African Languages and Literature
Introduction to African Novel
Theory of Humor in Africa

Dates, Deadlines & Fees

You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.

YOUR FEE INCLUDES:

Tuition

Housing

Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions

Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet

One-week orientation – an introduction to local culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city

Full-time program leadership and support in your host city

Field trips and cultural activities

Overnight excursions

Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext

24/7 emergency on-site support

No Hidden Fees

Program

Application Due

Start Date

End Date

Fees & Housing

Program Fees

CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel insurance with benefits.

Participation Confirmation = $300
*

Educational Costs = $14,708
**

Housing = $2,275
***

Insurance = $167

Total Fees = $17,450

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time.

Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed.

* non-refundable

** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

*** students placed in homestays have two meals per day provided as part of the program fee

Program Fees

CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel insurance with benefits.

Participation Confirmation = $300
*

Educational Costs = $14,708
**

Housing = $2,275
***

Insurance = $167

Total Fees = $17,450

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time.

Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed.

* non-refundable

** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

*** students placed in homestays have two meals per day provided as part of the program fee

† for residence hall students; homestay students only need to budget for lunches, estimated at $400 per semester

†† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure

Spring 202018 weeks

Nov 1, 2019

TBD*

TBD*

*Dates for this program are provided as tentative dates. Please consult with your study abroad advisor to confirm dates before purchasing your flights.

To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, ask your college or university study abroad advisor if your school charges additional fees for study abroad.